The Kiwi’s bull-run has been halted at the 0.8635 level of resistance which has resulted in the emergence of a Bearish Engulfing candlestick pattern on the daily. While this may be warning of a potential reversal, caution is suggested when looking at shorting the NZD/USD, given the pair remains in a short-term uptrend signaled by prices being above the 20 SMA.

NZD/USD: Another Reversal Signal Emerges

Daily Chart - Created Using FXCM Marketscope 2.0

The four hour chart reveals some intraday support around the 0.8510 level yet the potential for a bounce may prove limited in the absence of a bullish reversal signal.

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